Hi everyone,
I’m a caretaker to my 6-year-old daughter, who has autism and a heart condition. I quit my job to be her full time caretaker a year ago once we received the diagnosis about her heart.
Unfortunately, our electric bill this month is $421, and we’re struggling to cover it. We are in Southern California and I can’t let my apartment get hot because of my kiddo. I’m already behind two months and owe them $300 already.. I don’t know what else to do. I’m being swallowed whole by medical debt, utility bills, and relying on food banks. If anyone is able to help, even a small amount, it would mean so much to me. If there’s anything left over, it would go toward groceries for her. I don’t care about me.. I just need to make sure she’s okay and taken care of.
I know there are many people in need, and I don’t expect anything. Thank you for taking the time to read this and for any kindness, support, or prayers you can offer. I can accept cashapp or Venmo. I am requesting $500 to cover this months bill and allow me to buy some groceries.

https://gofund.me/7b92dbfb4

14 years ago, I bought an old little house together with my then-partner, for us and our daughter, who was just one year old at the time. For the 8 years, I’ve been paying the mortgage on my own. Our relationship became unsafe because of his alcohol problem, and I had to leave for the sake of my daughter. To avoid taking away everything she knew, I wanted to keep our home, for her.

Since then, I’ve been trying to save bit by bit to do the much‑needed renovations (a kitchen where it doesn’t rain inside seemed like a nice start).

Even knowing that renovations always end up costing more than planned, the expenses are now rising so quickly that they’re beyond my means. That has a big impact on our already modest lifestyle. It’s nobody else’s problem, of course, but maybe there are people who can spare a small helping hand.

Because on top of the renovation costs, the regular expenses keep coming, and the school supplies list for next year is already close to €1000.

Normally I’m someone who manages on her own and way too proud to ask for help. If this were only about me, I wouldn’t do it. But I want to keep the impact on my daughter as small as possible. Every contribution, no matter how small, helps us get a bit of breathing room again.

Thank you for reading, and maybe for offering a little support.

You + Me + Science = A Successful Kidney Transplant!

Hi! It’s Kristine and Kelvin Shankle and we are looking for a "Teammate" to help my husband retire from his part-time job: Dialysis.

Most people think finding a kidney match is like winning the lottery..rare and nearly impossible. But thanks to modern science (and some very smart people at the National Kidney Registry), there are actually three ways you can help me get back to not dying:

Option 1: The "Direct Hit" (Direct Match)

We happen to have the same blood type and biology (type O). You donate, I receive, and we celebrate. Simple, classic, legendary!

Option 2: The "Great Swap" (Paired Exchange)

Maybe we aren't a match? No problem. You donate to a stranger who is a match for you, and in return, their donor gives a kidney to me. It’s a win-win-win!

Option 3: The "Magic Coupon" (The Voucher)

This is the coolest one. You donate on your schedule to anyone in the national pool. In return, I get a "Priority Voucher." When I’m ready for surgery, I go to the top of the list for a perfect match. You save two lives at once!

The "Fine Print" (The Good Kind):

💰 Cost to you: $0. (My insurance covers everything).

🛡️ Protection: Donor Shield covers your lost wages and travel.

🏥 Experts: We’re backed by the amazing team at Medical City Fort Worth!

If you’re healthy and a little bit curious, checking out the info takes 5 minutes and carries zero commitment.

Ready to see which "Option" fits you? Start here:

www.nkr.org/KJG734

PLEASE SHARE! Even if it’s not for you, your share might reach the one person who’s been looking for a way to change a life. ❤️

After a traumatic injury, life took an unexpected turn. It's been challenging watching the struggle to return to work for both of us, especially with such a large employment gap. During this time, I've been working at a job that pays just a third of what I used to earn before I was laid off and not finding a role with my normal line of work, leaving us $40,000 in debt.

We have a goal of raising $12,000 to cover essential expenses like rent, utilities, and transport while we both actively pursue full-time work.

The warmth and strength from friends and our Seattle, WA. USA community have been incredible. I'm busy with interviews and connecting with people who are eager to lend a hand.

http://spot.fund/msmnjlgsc

https://gofund.me/ddfc0cbd8

Goal: $12,000 to cover 2 months of essentials while I secure full‑time work:

• Rent/utilities: $8,000
• Groceries/transport: $2000
• Minimum debt payments: $2000

My son’s recovery is a blessing, and your support will help us get back on track. Thank you for your kindness and generosity during this pivotal time in our lives.

Hi, I'm sorry to do this but I have nowhere else to turn. I'm in a dire financial situation, and I'm no longer able to pay for my anxiety medication, it's not covered by my Medicaid, and I'm suffering deeply as a result. I need about 100 for what I'm hoping will be a two months supply, at which point I'll be able to stabilize and get my income back on track.

I would accept PayPal but I'm currently 30 in the negative with them, so I can really only accept CashApp right now; thanks in advance to those who decide to fill my request. The other 50 would partly go towards my PayPal and then whatever essentials I need, like toilet paper or garbage bags.

I would normally just get a job, but I'm currently couchsurfing and if I get a job then the housing department through which my roommate got this place will kick us BOTH onto the street, cuz they're only able to keep this place because of a low income; as such, I'm in the rare position where getting a job would actively fuck us both over.

Please, anything helps.

EDIT: I also can't donate plasma OR sperm, because donating sperm is ILLEGAL in my state and you can't donate plasma without a home address, which I don't have because I'm homeless.

About a month ago I asked for assistance with basic essentials and a very kind Redditor helped me out. I'm still unemployed and I have decided to move to Bogota where there are many more job opportunities. This is my last attempt at turning my life around. I have relatives who are ignoring my messages. I imagine they must think I'm going to ask for money again. This situation is very damaging for my mental health and I have nowhere to turn to.

With about 100 dollars I'd be able to travel by bus to the capital and stay with a relative who offered me to stay while I get a job. I have already applied to several companies and started the process with two of them. I need to be there ASAP before they ask me to show up in person or get my medical exams done.

I'd also use the money for transportation within the city while I get paid. I'd need some more to go to work for a full month before they pay me but if anyone can help me with 100, 2 people with 50 to start I 'd really appreciate it. If anyone needs any proof that won't dox me I can provide via private message.

I thank you if you read up until here and I hope you're having a great day.

I try to not ask for help, but sometimes you have to. Its not easy to ask, and I feel like garbage, but sometimes you get so desperate your pride loses its hold on you.

The gist is I am homeless and dont have a source of income. I have CPTSD. I live in a minivan. The van is beyond the point of repair. It still runs but barely. Everyday I wonder will it start this time? What will I do if it doesnt? I am not a young man anymore, and being homeless most of my adult life has taken a toll on me. As well as the constant stress and anxiety, depression and dissociation.

The weather has been very hot here lately, and humid. I have extreme anxiety around severe weather. I spent a lot of this last winter having panic attacks in front of the emergency room when the temp was to cold or to windy. The panic attacks have started back over this heat. I cant even get a break from running the AC in the car.

I need a new vehicle. One that I can actually drive around, and is functional. I have a little money, but not enough for anything that isnt just another month away from being like this one.

I hope some of you that are able can help me out enough to save me. I have a buymeacoffee account you can donate to here. https://buymeacoffee.com/nvdnvchbcdq

Thank you.

Hello,

I have three rescue cats: Rommi(Orange), Sintti(In the 1st picture) and Mortti(No Picture). Rommi and Sintti were captured as kittens after living in the wild, and I’ve had them for about five years. Mortti came later and is older, but healthy.

This fundraiser is for Rommi and Sintti’s dental treatment.

Sintti is the most urgent case. Most of her teeth are in bad condition and will likely need to be removed. Rommi also needs treatment, but his case is less severe.

Sintti is a very fearful cat and cannot be handled normally, so vet visits require trapping her.

The veterinary estimate is around 700 euros per cat. With GoFundMe fees and a small buffer for unexpected costs, the goal is 1,600 euros.

All funds will go directly to their dental care.

I’ve cared for these cats for years, and I want to get them the treatment they need.

Thank you for reading, and thank you for any help or shares.

I've made a video too https://www.youtube.com/shorts/sYyZiLoZVuY

Changed away from GoFundMe, they deleted my account for an unknown reason.

petfundr.com/SInttiAndRommi

Vetenary contact info

https://leklinikka.net/

+358 06 3564 600

[[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])

Address

Kvartsikatu 1,

Vaasa

Philip is a stray cat who became part of our family when we moved into our new home. When we first found him, he was limping from what we believe was an accident with a small vehicle. Despite his rough start, Philip showed us his gentle spirit. He loves sleeping on top of us, and though he’s introverted, he never minds when his fellow feline friends play around him.

Now Philip is facing a life-threatening challenge. He has been diagnosed with kidney failure. His creatinine levels are dangerously low, and his blood urea nitrogen can’t even be read due to the severity of his condition. The veterinarian has told us that Philip is in critical condition and needs intensive monitoring and care for the next few days.

We want to give Philip every chance to fight through this, but the costs of his treatment and hospitalization are overwhelming for us right now. He needs to stay confined in the clinic at least for a week and each night cost 40USD. We are also struggling financially because of our current situation (Mortgage, Bills and my parents have no jobs because of their age)

Your support will go directly toward his medical bills, medications, and the critical monitoring he needs to survive.

We would appreciate any help we can get. We are from the Philippines

Please send your donations here:

paypal.me/Eniahj

Hello! I live in Pereira, Colombia. I hope people are still using this sub. I don't have anyone else to turn to. I've been unemployed for over a year, actively looking for a job and trying my best not to lose my mind. As we all know our bodies don't care whether we're employed or not, there are basic needs we need to fulfill to keep it working. I suffer from IBS and need to eat a lot of fiber. I'm also a woman and need sanitary items every month. I made a list of a few things I'd like to buy if anyone's so kind to give me around $35 to 45 dollars. Keep in mind, I would be giving my Paypal account and Paypal takes an amount out of the money you send.

I'm posting a screenshot of a delivery app where you can see these items and the prices in Colombian pesos.

Hello, I am been renting a room from landlord for almost six years, where rent is due weekly instead of the once a month and its been mostly a good relationship but I was fired from my main job in March, still working a part-time job but it doesn't cover all expenses and have been putting in applications for a full-time job. I have finally got a new job but I do not get paid until the first week of June. I am behind on rent since last week and am asking for any help or assistance in paying down what is already owed. Thank you for your time. *** Rent is 175 per week includes room and board, utilities and internet, behind from 05/15/26, late fee of $5 per day if not paid in full ***

Hi everyone,

My name is Alejandro (32M). I’ve been a long-time lurker on Reddit, mostly using it for a quick laugh, but today I’m posting because I feel completely overwhelmed.

I’ve been working since I was 18 and I’m used to providing for my family. However, a few months ago, I was involved in an accident that has made it impossible for me to continue with my previous line of work. Despite selling off our belongings and cutting our household expenses to the absolute minimum, the bills have turned into a mountain of debt that I can no longer manage.

To be honest, I feel a lot of shame writing this. I’m very uncomfortable with the idea of asking for financial help, though if anyone is in a position to lend a hand, it would be life-changing for us right now.

That said, my main goal is to find a way back onto my feet. I’m looking for advice or information on micro-tasking/remote gig work that I can perform from my computer. I’m disciplined and eager to work; I just need a starting point to begin saving again and clearing these debts.

Any advice, guidance, or leads would be deeply appreciated. Thank you for taking the time to read this.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/salems-cancer-surgery

Hi my name is Lou. I'm disabled with heavy limitations, including psychotic episodes when there are certain triggers. I work from home at reduced hours, and do not make a lot of money.

I have two cats, and they mean the world to me. I had been suicidal before, and both of them have been a huge help to my survival as having something depend on me stopped me from doing anything stupid.

I'm attaching any proof in the images and hope people will understand how necessary this all is for me. I cannot let my cat Salem go yet. I really need the help to keep her alive. And while she is currently cancer-free, I need to do the second surgery for her to remove her other mammary link, as it has 90% chances to also developing a tumor. Breast cancer in cats is aggressive.

The first surgery was Jan 15th, the second is next week. The first surgery cost about 2700 and the second is estimated at least at 1800 depending on a lot of factors.

Note: Any 20$ donations will receive a homebrew d&d book made by my friend and some very cool artists. It is a horror book with lots of cool content. And before someone asks, no it is not a free book and I will not give this without a donation. Thank you.

Thank you so much to anyone who donated so far. It means the world to me. And let me know if you have any questions.

Hi everyone,

I’m writing this today with a heavy heart but a lot of hope. One of the most wonderful guys I know, Marwil, is currently facing a incredibly difficult battle against cancer (Hodgkin's lymphoma) for the second time.

If you know Marwil, you know he has a truly beautiful soul. He is the kind of person who is always there for his friends and always has a laugh that lights up a room. Even now, in the middle of this fight, he remains incredibly kind and resilient.

The physical and emotional toll is immense, but the financial burden of treatments and daily expenses is also mounting. We are trying to lift some of that weight off his shoulders so he can focus entirely on healing.

His fiance has set up a GoFundMe and any help is immensely appreciated

https://gofund.me/ec28cc19c

Hey there! I come to this wonderful community begging for help. I am located in Ontario,Canada.

I am a nurse, I wear hearing aids and they shit the bed 3 weeks ago. Found out Friday it’s going to cost me over $5000 CDN to replace after government assistance and my health benefits.

If any body is in a position to donate to a stranger so that I can keep my job and my home and my life, I would be forever grateful.

If you can’t donate. I would also take a share to any other communities or if you have suggestions I’ll take that too! I have been applying to jobs on jobs on jobs and there’s just no response as of yet.

I will provide all donators with proof of purchase once I’ve hit my goal.

Link in the comments!

Link in comments

I'm disabled and running on fumes mentally/emotionally in Florence, Oregon facing "pay or vacate notice" in 5 days (January 17th). My roommates don't pay their share of rent and refuse to help, so I owe $2,180. I'm on SSDI and can't work. I have my ESA cat and no car or driver's license. If I can't come up with this money, we're literally on the street.

I've exhausted all emergency rental assistance in Oregon (211, SOS, all county programs). My family won't help me. Friends are trying to help but it's not enough. Landlord/company doesn't accept payment plans, I double checked with them. Currently at $125.00. https://gofund.me/67b3d3e7b

I'm neurodivergent (autism, ADHD, OCD), in autistic burnout, and lost my mom a year ago. I'm doing everything I can but I'm out of options.

If anyone has advice on additional resources or wants to help directly, it'd be extremely appreciated. Even $5 would help get me closer to fixing this while it's still fixable.

The last time I saw my bio father was when I was 9 months old. A few years ago I started an internet search to find him, even putting an ad out in the local newspaper of the last known city he was in. His friends got us into contact with each other and he was planning on visiting me but passed of a massive heart attack after Christmas at the age of 56. I am a mother to a 2m5 year old and 10 week old, going to school, and living on a single income. The county he passed in only offers financial assistance with end of life services for homeless individuals and he is not a veteran. Sharing this gofundme would help me so much to reach as many people as possible and have my bio father returned to me.

https://gofund.me/63b71eb57

Hi,

I'd like to figure out how to minimize or stop accidentally using AI altogether (since a lot of platforms give you no choice) but I unfortunately don't have spoons to really learn new skills or do the level of research needed to figure out ways I can decrease these habits.

I also heard that Windows 11 will be implementing AI automatically and only have one year left of Windows 10. Can a non-techie person easily switch to Linux or do you have to know how to code? Or are there more accessible alternatives?

I also must buy supplements and sometimes certain foods on Amazon bc a lot of the time they're sold out at stores + I can't shop on my own so am forced to buy online vs at small businesses a lot of the time sadly

I'm also wanting/trying to switch to a browser and search engine that uses zero AI and is even anti-AI.

If any techie people or just fellow disabled resistors have found workarounds in these areas or know of the best subs with suggestions, maybe you can fill me in? (Although again, I guess scouring subs is a bit overwhelming to me due to my limitations 😅 so just, direct links to posts especially appreciated (but general suggestions still accepted too)

Thanks for reading 🙏🏼 Solidarity

My name is Dakota, I am in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, USA. 27 with two kids in tow

https://gofund.me/3eee57b15

We are a family of five with two children under the age of 10. After spending nearly half a year facing homelessness last year, we were able to move into a tiny studio apartment. It was a roof over our heads, but far from the space our family truly needed.

Now, we’ve been blessed with the chance to move into a real house—a safe, stable home that finally fits all of us. This is the Christmas gift our kids have been wishing for: not toys or gadgets, but the security of a home where they can grow and thrive.

The only obstacle left is covering the remainder of our security deposit. The total is $875, and while I’ve managed to raise $200 through odd jobs and careful budgeting, we still need help to reach the full amount. I make enough to cover rent and utilities, but the upfront costs of moving have drained our funds for this month.

As a disabled veteran, I’m doing everything I can—working odd jobs while attending college—to provide for my family. But we have only a limited window to secure this home before we risk losing it. That’s why I’ve set the fundraising goal a bit higher: any additional support will help us catch up on bills and ease the financial strain of this transition.

Every donation, no matter the size, brings us closer to stability. Even if you can’t give, sharing this campaign means the world to us.

Thank you for helping us turn this house into a home. Your generosity will make this Christmas unforgettable for our children and give our family the fresh start we’ve been working toward.

Hi everyone. My name is Sarah, I am 21 and I live in Dortmund, Germany. I need help with the vet costs for my cat Jack.

Jack and his sister Sally have lived with me since November 2024. They were rescued as very young cats from the local shelter in Dortmund. They are only one year old, very close to each other and a huge part of my daily life. They sleep on me, wake me up at night, follow me around the apartment and act like two chaotic siblings. They mean everything to me.

Two days ago Jack suddenly could not urinate anymore. He tried over and over again and nothing came out. My vet tried medication and muscle relaxants, but it did not help. Today he had to be moved to a veterinary clinic and will stay there until Sunday. He now has a catheter and needs monitoring, ultrasound and further treatment.

The cost for the clinic stay alone is around 2300 euro. With food changes, follow up exams and medication it will reach about 3000 euro. I work full time, but I do not earn enough to cover this emergency at once. I already started a payment plan, but I cannot keep up with the full amount. I do not have many people who can help financially

I am scared of losing him. He is so young and otherwise healthy, and the treatment can save him. I am asking for any help to ease the financial pressure so I can focus on his recovery instead of panicking about the cost.

Here is the fundraiser with all details and photos:

https://gofund.me/f4ecc931e

Thank you for reading. Any help or even sharing the link means a lot to me

Lately, life has become so heavy that I don’t even know where to start. I’m living in Turkey, and over the last few months everything has fallen apart financially. My debts have piled up, the bank refused to postpone my payments, and now I’ve received a formal warning letter. My salary doesn’t even cover my basic expenses anymore, let alone the overdue payments.

I feel like I’m constantly drowning. Every day feels harder than the last, and I’ve started to feel like a worthless piece of garbage because I can’t keep up. Even the people around me have slowly started to distance themselves, and that makes the loneliness even worse. I used to believe things would eventually get better, but lately I keep asking myself why my life can’t be easier, why I never get a break.

I’m exhausted. Not just physically, but emotionally too. The pressure from the banks, the fear of losing everything, the guilt of not being able to pay back my friends… it all feels like too much. I don’t want to feel this way, but I don’t know what to do anymore.

I’m not asking for judgment—just a place to let this out. I needed to share how much this is hurting me, because keeping it all inside has become unbearable. If anyone has been through something similar or has words of comfort, I would truly appreciate it.

my name is dwi, a factory worker from central java, indonesia. i am a father of two young children and a husband to a loving wife. every day i leave home before sunrise and return late in the afternoon, earning only about 240 usd per month, while our family needs more than 300 usd just to survive.

overtime used to be my lifeline, but now it is no longer allowed. i have tried everything i could—cutting back expenses, selling goods, even looking into online work—but nothing has worked. what i want most is simple: for my children to grow up in peace, and for my wife to see our household stable.

i am not asking for sympathy, only a one‑time help to breathe and rebuild, so this financial hardship can be lifted and our family can start again with lighter steps.

whydonate link: https://whydonate.com/fundraising/dwijiro

thank you for taking the time to read my story. your kindness, whether through support, sharing, or simply keeping us in your thoughts, means more than words can express.